1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 156 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
